Atty. Michael J. Liston
Michael J. Liston is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal trials, criminal defense.
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Michael J. Liston is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Michael J. Liston. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1970), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1971), and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1967) and Fordham University (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael J. Liston is a lawyer practicing civil and criminal trials, criminal defense
- Michael received a A.B. degree from Fordham University in 1964, and has been licensed for 56 years
- Michael practices at Michael J. Liston in Boston, MA
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Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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